Scientists have found plastic fragments can shed off cutting boards, takeout containers and even laminated paper cups with each use.

Microplastics are in our water, air and seafood. It's been recently discovered to be in chewing gum, too. Here's what to know ...

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The researchers, from the University of California, Los Angeles, calculated that one piece of gum could shed hundreds or a ...

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A new study reveals that a single piece of gum can release thousands of microplastics into your saliva—adding to your yearly ...

University of Manchester scientists have discovered significant concentrations of microplastics in the male reproductive ...

In a small study of eight cats at early stages of pregnancy, researchers detected 19 different kinds of microplastic particles in fetuses from two cats and in the placentas of three cats.

Business Waste used the latest studies to create shocking images that illustrate how high levels of microplastic exposure can negatively affect the human body — including your appearance.

Microplastics are pervasive in our environment and can contaminate our food through kitchen items like old plastic containers, cookware, cutting boards, blenders, and sponges. Switching to ...

Not to burst your perfectly blown bubble, but it turns out that chewing gum may be flooding your mouth with microplastics. As detailed in a pilot study, which is awaiting peer review, a team of ...